Cybersecurity & Covered Defense Information Safeguarding

The contract requires full implementation of NIST SP 800-171 controls alongside DFARS 252.204-7012 and FAR 52.240-93 to protect covered defense information and ensure timely cyber incident reporting. These requirements mandate the establishment of robust cybersecurity practices across all systems handling sensitive defense data, including access controls, audit logging, data encryption, incident response protocols, and continuous monitoring. Compliance is non-negotiable and must be maintained throughout the contract lifecycle to meet Department of Defense standards for information security. This is a subcontract under the Construction & Equipment MRO SVC I procurement with NAICS code 541512, focused on information technology and cybersecurity services. The solicitation was posted on August 4, 2026, with responses due by August 17, 2026. Performance is expected to support federal defense operations, though specific location details are not provided. All parties must demonstrate the capability to safeguard controlled unclassified information and meet federal reporting obligations for cyber incidents, with failure to comply potentially resulting in contract termination or penalties.